John Butler

John Butler is one of Australia’s most iconic independent artists

known for powerful songwriting, masterful musicianship, deep grooves, openhearted lyrics and a live presence that has connected with audiences around the world for more than two decades.

John Butler is one of Australia’s premier alternative songwriters and storytellers, with accolades spanning #1 charting albums, platinum records and ARIA Awards across an illustrious career as one of the country’s most successful independent musicians.

His rich catalogue of iconic songs spans more than a quarter of a century and includes fan favourites such as Zebra, Better Than, Ocean and more.

Butler’s music continues to travel the globe, with performances on some of the world’s most iconic stages, venues and festivals, including Fuji Rock, Glastonbury, Coachella and Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

A high-energy live show, revered musicianship and songs that have soundtracked generations.

In 2018, Butler’s album HOME debuted at #1 on the ARIA Charts, exploring new sonic territory, expanded instrumentation and experimentation while still accentuating his core roots sound.

After a hiatus from the recording studio, John released two very different albums in 2024. Running River is an ambient album that takes the listener on a journey of deep relaxation, meditation and incredible musicianship, while Still Searching is an instrumental album harking back to the music he played solo at the beginning of his career, busking on the streets of Fremantle, Western Australia.

In 2025, John released PRISM, a beats-driven, lyric-based album that brought together groove-laden songs, powerful musicianship and the openhearted storytelling that has defined so much of his career.

In September 2027, this special Music in Paradise event brings John Butler to the Maldives for three exclusive beachside concerts at Kandooma Resort Maldives, performed only for Music in Paradise guests.

“Relax all day, share in great music, dance long into the evening!”